The Proposed People’s Action Party (PAP) has strongly denounced what it called the disparaging statement made by Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) political leader and former President George Weah, who labeled Senator Saah H. Joseph as a “street child and refugee boy” prior to his involvement with the CDC.
“This depiction contradicts the facts surrounding Senator Joseph’s background. Before aligning with the CDC, Senator Saah H. Joseph served as the Country Director of Plan International, a humanitarian aid organization,” PAP clarified.
“In this role, he not only managed operations in Liberia but also presided over his institution’s programs in Sierra Leone, where he played a key role in constructing twenty schools in communities deeply impacted by civil conflict.
It is noteworthy that former President George Weah first met Senator Joseph in Sierra Leone while he was executing his professional duties with the humanitarian organization,” PAP further clarified.
According to PAP, Ambassador Weah encouraged Senator Joseph to bring the impactful services he was providing in Sierra Leone to Liberia. “In response, Honorable Joseph successfully persuaded his partners to allocate funding to support initiatives in Liberia.”
“Upon returning, he established three schools in the country, all of which have been operating tuition-free for the past eighteen years. These schools were constructed prior to his entering the legislature and were not part of any legislative achievements,” PAP noted.
PAP noted that Senator Joseph has long demonstrated a commitment to the health sector, providing millions of dollars’ worth of medical supplies at no cost both before and after securing his seat in the legislature.
“It is disheartening that President Weah has chosen to portray Hon. Joseph in such a negative light. We firmly believe that politics should never discourage us from being truthful, especially when the evidence is clear and undeniable,” PAP indicated.
PAP said Senator Joseph’s notable sacrifices during the Ebola crisis, alongside his team, were instrumental in safeguarding countless lives. It is remarkable that someone who is described as a street child or refugee rose to the occasion and served the nation so valiantly in one of its most critical moments.
“The recent characterization of the political leader of the proposed People’s Action Party is not only misleading but also lacks gratitude.
The People’s Action Party unequivocally condemns the disrespect shown to Senator Saah Joseph and calls on opposition political parties to uphold professionalism.
By doing so, we can work together to preserve and enhance the democratic progress our country has achieved over the years.
Hon. Saah Joseph has consistently shown commitment to the health sector, providing millions of dollars’ worth of medical supplies at no cost both before and after securing his legislative seat,”PAP noted .
According to PAP, it is disheartening that President Weah has chosen to portray Senator Joseph in such a negative light. “We firmly believe that politics should never discourage us from being truthful, especially when the evidence is clear and undeniable,” the proposed party lamented.
PAP said Senator Joseph’s significant contributions to advancing key sectors such as health and education in Liberia remain steadfast, stressing that his dedication to the country’s progress will endure, unaffected by any unwarranted or insensitive criticism.